Once upon a time, there was a wolf named Wally who loved to howl. But one day, before he could howl, he realized his goal was to become the best howler in the forest. He practiced every day, but always got distracted by the delicious smell of food. One day, he was caught begging for scraps from the other animals and they told him it was more important to focus on his goal. Wally learned his lesson and decided to eat less so he could concentrate on his howling. Finally, he became the best howler in the forest and all the animals asked for his favor to howl at their parties. The end.

Reflections

1. Why did Wally want to become the best howler in the forest?
2. What did Wally have to give up in order to achieve his goal?
3. How did Wally feel when he finally became the best howler in the forest?
4. What lesson did Wally learn from his experience?
5. How can you apply Wally's lesson to your own life?